GitHub Copilot Billing and Plans Updated
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announcement feature
GitHub Copilot's usage-based billing is now generally available for all users, a significant change from previous plans. This update also clarifies that Copilot code review consumes GitHub Actions minutes. These changes affect all GitHub Copilot users, impacting how their usage is metered and billed.
- →Usage-based billing for GitHub Copilot is now live
- →Copilot code review consumes GitHub Actions minutes
Enhancements (1) ›
- Copilot code review consumes GitHub Actions minutes
GitHub Copilot's code review functionality now utilizes GitHub Actions minutes, in addition to existing billing considerations.
Notes (1) ›
- Usage-based billing for GitHub Copilot is now live
GitHub Copilot's usage-based billing is now available for all users, marking a shift in how the service is provisioned and charged.
Read the original announcement →
https://github.blog/changelog/2026-06-01-updates-to-github-copilot-billing-and-plans
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